Costasera Riserva
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Typically best enjoyed 10 to 25 years from the vintage, though outstanding years can cellar gracefully for 30 years or more.
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Slow-cooked beef braised in red wine, roasted wild game, and mature cheeses such as aged Parmigiano-Reggiano.
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Deep in the heart of Valpolicella Classica, the Boscaini family of Masi has perfected the ancient art of Appassimento. The name 'Costasera' refers to the prized vineyard slopes facing the sunset, where the gentle breezes and reflected light from Lake Garda create an ideal microclimate for ripening. For this prestigious Riserva, the traditional Amarone blend of Corvina, Rondinella, and Molinara is enriched with Oseleta, an ancient, deeply structured grape variety that Masi famously rescued from extinction. The hand-selected grapes undergo a patient drying process on traditional bamboo racks ('arele') throughout the winter months, concentrating their sugars, acids, and aromas before a long, slow fermentation and extensive aging in oak casks. This produces a majestic Amarone of unparalleled complexity, boasting notes of dark cocoa, dried plums, and warm baking spices.
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Established in 1772 when the Boscaini family acquired their first vineyards in the 'Vaio dei Masi' valley, Masi Agricola is a benchmark producer of the Veneto region in northeastern Italy. Still family-owned and led by Sandro Boscaini, the estate is globally renowned for its expertise in the traditional Appassimento technique, where grapes are dried on bamboo racks to concentrate flavors. Masi is celebrated for pioneering the double-fermentation method behind its iconic Campofiorin, as well as crafting legendary Amarone della Valpolicella expressions like Costasera, Mazzano, and Campolongo di Torbe. Their portfolio beautifully bridges heritage and innovation, showcasing the diverse terroirs of Veneto, Friuli, and beyond through expressive red, white, and rosé wines.